Location: Holiday, Florida Central West, Florida, USA (25 Mins from Tampa International Airport)
Accommodations: House, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 2 Baths (Sleeps 4-6)
Aloha... Gardens that is!
Love Your Boat??? Bring it Along, Dock At The Huge Deck! Or Enjoy The Complimentary Pedal Boat For Your Water Explorations.
"Wittpiers Star Island" will captivate the young and old at heart... If you are looking for a great waterfront "home-away-from-home" for your next family vacation, you've just found it! This family friendly waterfront home will welcome you right away from it's warm brick driveway and sidewalk up to the cozy sitting area on the front porch to the comfortable and relaxing atmosphere that awaits you inside. We're sure you'll feel right at home instantly! We invite you to indulge in the enchantment of coastal living at its finest here at Wittpiers Star Island.
This lovely single family ranch-style home has the best of both worlds - lakefront location and just minutes away from beautiful family oriented beaches!
Wittpiers Star Island is nestled on a cul-de-sac street in a mature and quiet residential neighborhood in Holiday, Florida. Which is just 22 minutes north of beautiful Clearwater, Florida and Clearwater Beach.
LEISURE
Start your morning out on the lanai with a cup of coffee, at the beach, bird watching, cast your rod in the freshwater outback for some fishing or play a round of golf, then end your evening in one of the many nearby restaurants for some food and fun or watch the sunset with a nice drink in hand down by the waters edge on the huge oversized deck out back.
COMFORT
This fully furnished home is tastefully decorated with a coastal cozy décor and furniture. Fresh and New from bed linens to silverware. You're sure to get a good nights sleep on one of our 4-inch memory foam mattress topped beds that also have pillow top mattress covers and 4 pillows each! Bed linens are also provided for each bed. The Family Room also has a pull-out Queen Sofa Bed (2 pillows).
EXTRA SPECIAL TOUCHES
Bathroom has curved rod for a more roomy shower, a relaxing rainfall shower head, and for that extra special touch... a stained glass window which overlooks the lake.
VIEWS
Enjoy the many breath taking water-views this home has to offer from the Dinning Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom, Bath and Lanai.
WILDLIFE
Lots of wildlife gather around this home daily as if to stop by to wish you a warm Welcome!
The Egrets love to eat hot dogs and Vienna sausages. You can even catch trophy size bass fishing off the huge deck and occasionally alligators accidentally get hooked too! "Now that would make for a nice fishing story!!!"
EXPLORE THE SURROUNDINGS
We have supplied his and her adult-size bicycles for exploring the friendly Aloha Gardens area.
AMBIANCE
In the evenings, grab a nice drink and stroll down the lighted pathway to the huge oversized deck where you will experience the unbelievably calming tropical sights and sounds that Lake Conley has to offer. We Must Warn You, You'll Feel as if You've Died and Gone to Heaven!
PAMPERED
We want your stay with us to be as enjoyable and memorable as it can possibly be, therefore we will "try" to entertain any reasonable requests you may have.
LOCATION
We're not on the beach but we're not far from it. We are very conveniently located, just minutes away from shopping centers where you can find grocery stores, pharmacies, fast food, fine dinning as well as fitness centers. We're 5 minutes from New Port Richey and 5 minutes from the world famous Sponge Docks in historic Tarpon Springs. There is plenty to see and do in Tarpon Springs, from the world famous Sponge Docks to deep sea fishing, from antique shops in the historic downtown area to championship golf, from walking around Spring Bayou to watching the sunset on the Gulf of Mexico. You can also enjoy all the other beautiful beaches in the surrounding areas.
More Things to See and Do... All within Minutes of Your Waterfront Rental.
· The Angel Cabaret Dinner Theatre
· The City of Clearwater - Arts & entertainment, beautiful beaches, fine dinning
· The City of Dunedin - Enjoy the Blue J’s
· The City of St. Petersburg - Beaches, historical attractions and museums including Salvidor Dali, Art, the famous Holocaust Museum, and others
· The Richey Sun Coast Live Theatre
· The Ruth Eckert Hall for Performing Arts
· The Skyway Fishing Pier State Park - The bridge is lighted at night, and the park is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. "Great Fishing Spot"
· The Sun Coast Casino Cruise
· The City of Tampa and Tampa Bay - Tampa Museum of the Arts, Tampa Bay Lightning, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tampa Bay Devil Rays
· The City of Tarpon Springs
· The City of New Port Richey
· The City of Ybor - The festival city
PLEASE NOTE: We're a single family waterfront ranch-style home, in the subdivision of Aloha Gardens. We are not located in a mobile home/trailer park.
ALL AT A REASONABLE RATE!
No Extra or Hidden Fees for Beach Chair use, Bike use, Boat use, Game Tables, Computer or Internet Service.
DEPOSIT: $ 500 Refundable After Acceptable Home Inspection & Return of Keys
Weekend: $ 550 - 3 Nights
Weekly: $ 850
Monthly: $2150
"Ask About Our Snowbird Special - Must Book 3 or More Months To Qualify."
PLEASE NOTE: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without advance notice.
ACCEPTABLE FORMS OF PAYMENT:
Bank Cashiers Check/Cheque
Bank Money Order
Cash Deposit
Check
Credit Cards thru PayPal (processing fee applies)
PHOTOS AND DETAILED INFORMATION:
To View More Photos of This Lovely Lake Home... Please Visit Our Web site, Look for the Link Below the Calendar, highlighted in blue. "Links to more information"
With All This Home Has To Offer, Why Stay Anywhere Else?
Go Pack Your Bags, Leave Your Troubles Behind and Head Down To Wittpiers Star Island in Holiday, Florida.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: CAC
- Washer: Located in Garage.
- Dryer: Located in Garage.
- Linens Provided: King and Queen Sheet Sets, Kitchen and Bath Towels.
- Garage: In The Attached Garage You'll Find Lounge Chairs For The Deck, His and Her Adult-Size Bikes, As Well As 1 Boys Bike Available For Your Use, Along With The Second Bath and The Laundry Area with Sink. "We Do Not Allow Smoking in This Area."
- Covered Parking
- Off Street Parking: Driveway
- Beds
- King Bed: 4-inch Memory Foam Topper, Padded Mattress Cover, 4 Pillows
- Queen Bed: 4-inch Memory Foam Topper, Padded Mattress Cover, 4 Pillows
- Convertible Bed: Queen-Size Sleeper Sofa in Family Room
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (3)
- DVD (2)
- VCR
- Video Library: VHS ~and~ DVD Collection - NO Fee for use
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Foosball
- Ping Pong/Table Tennis
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen: garbage disposal
- Cooking Utensils Provided: From coffee grinder to cake pans, We've got it covered!
- Refrigerator: Full-Size, With Bottom Freezer.
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Use of Grill is permitted on Outside Concrete Patio Only. Please Clean Grill After Each Use.
- Deck/Patio: This is a Wonderful Area to Fish, Sunbath, Watch the Wildlife or just Sit and Relax with a Nice Drink. (folding loungers and beach chairs are stored in the garage)
- Lanai: There are Two Sets of Sliding Glass Doors that Lead to the Lanai, One From the Family Room and One From the Dinning Room. This Room is Fully Furnished and A Very Comfortable Place to Sit and Enjoy Your Morning Coffee and Watch the Wildlife, Therefore We Do Not Allow Smoking in This Area.
- View/Location
- Lakefront: Star Island is Located on Beautiful Lake Conley. Complimentary Pedal Boat Provided.
- Communications
- Broadband Internet: NO Extra Fee for Service
- Other Amenities
- Whole House Humidifier, Custom Painted Cabinets and Tumbled Marble Tile Counter-tops in Kitchen, Stained Glass Window in Main Bath, Family Room offers a Wonderful Window Seat Overlooking the Lake and Vaulted Ceiling with Exposed Beams.
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed: Due to Allergies and the Comfort of Our Other Guests We Do Not Allow Pets.
- Not Suitable for Children: We are located on the water, we do not have child-safe cabinets/drawers/doors/windows etc. We do not have life rings or life jackets. The house contains several glass tables and breakable items that may be hazadous to children.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: Must be at least 25 yrs old
- Smoking Not Allowed: Due to Allergies and the Comfort of Our Other Guests We Do Not Allow Smoking.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Golf
- Tennis
- Theme Park (Amusement Park)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Rafting
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Waterskiing
- Parasailing
- Jet Skiing
- Shelling
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Racquetball
- Basketball Court
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Horseback Riding
- Other Activities
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
ALL AT A REASONABLE RATE!
No Extra Fees for Game Table, Beach Chairs, Bikes or Boat use!
Damage Deposit: $500
Weekend: $550 - 3 Nights
We Accept Bank Money Order, Cash Deposit, Check, Credit Cards thru PayPal
PLEASE NOTE: Until Confirmed, Rates Are Subject to Change w/o Advances Notice.
Check our home site for up to date rates and policies
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
Credit Cards Accepted:
Property Photos
- View From Middle of This Very Large Canal - Holiday, Florida Waterfront Vacation Home
- Dining Room - Enjoy the Wonderful Waterview of the Lake While Dining - Holiday, Florida Waterfront Vacation Home
- Living Room - Holiday, Florida Waterfront Vacation Home
- Family Room Offers Wonderful Waterviews From Every Seat!
- King w/4-inch Memory Foam and Big Screen TV
- Queen w/4-inch Memory Foam and Romantic Moonlit Lake-View
- Enjoy Your Morning Coffee, And The Wonderful Wildlife From This Luxurious Lanai
- One Of The Many Friendly Wildlife, That Gathers Around This Home Daily!
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GUEST COMMENTS/REVIEWS ENTERED IN OUR GUESTS BOOK AT WSI ***** Wittpier's Star Island is a very welcoming home. Beautifully decorated and very comfortable. We especially enjoyed the comfortable mattress in the master bedroom after a long day of sightseeing. Toured the Gulf Coast from the Anclote Keys to Osprey. Many pretty acres but Honeymoon Island, not far from Holiday is especially beautiful. We liked Tarpon Springs with the many gift shops and Greek cuisine. Weather was not too warm, we had a wonderful relaxing vacation. Homeowner Comments: So wonderful to hear that you felt welcome, Thank you for the lovely review. ***** We have had a wonderful vacation, most relaxing place we've ever stayed! The house is decorated so pretty and so very comfortable. The waterview is just awesome, have enjoyed gator watching and especially the birds. We also had the pleasure of meeting Ernie. He is totally spoiled and make those weiners all beef! =-) Holiday is a wonderful area so convenient to so many areas. We went to the spongedocks, local beaches, and on the gambling boat out of New Port Richey the 10 mile ride out was worth the trip, was a beautiful ride. Downtown New Port Richey is a beautiful place to walk along the river and shop. We are sad to be leaving this beautiful restful place and plan to stay here again! Thanks! Homeowner Comments: Thank you for all the lovely compliments, It's always wonderful to hear our guests had such a nice stay. We look forward to your return! ***** Great Place! Enjoyed the time here, will return. Birds and fishing are wonderful. Thanks Again Amy Homeowner Comments: You're very welcome! Thanks so much for the review, we're looking forward to your return!
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Carrie V , Denver, CO
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ELIZABETH , CLEARWATER, FLORIDA
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, Floyd, VA
Homeowner Response:
Janet and Marvin, I am so happy for you! I hope you enjoy many wonderful years in your new vacation home. Looking forward to our get togethers in Holiday. Glad you had such a nice stay at Star Island, many thanks to you and Marvin for taking such great care of our home and for the wonderful review.
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Brian Myers , Princeton, TX
Homeowner Response:
We're pleased you were able to sleep well and you enjoyed the bikes Brian, maybe we'll be able to supply you with a boat ride on your next visit.
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**** Hated to come Home, Mid January - Mid February 2009 By Nancy H (Ontario, Canada) We stayed in Holiday from mid Jan to mid Feb and enjoyed a very relaxing vacation, like being in your own home but without disruptions or cold weather. Had a nice relaxing time here, we just felt so at home. This attractive home has everything you need to have a comfortable and enjoyable stay, I can't think of anything that has been left out. I recommend this home for a relaxing vacation, it's a home in a peaceful neighbourhood. If you're looking for excitement, go elsewhere. Both sunrise and sunset are beautiful. We were both very happy with our vacation. We also visited local shops and attractions, shopping is definitely a plus. Recommend you go to Tarpon Springs, Touristy on the main street. Decent Greek food. Capt. Jack's good for a glass of beer/wine. Lots of shopping here, trust your GPS. Pls feed the tall white bird, we called him Ernie, he likes weiners. Watch for the flying fish, they come out of the water like skipping stones. The fishing off the deck is quite good.
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**** I would be happy to provide a review, October 3, 2008 By Mary A (Lansing, Michigan) "We stayed for a week and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Quiet neighborhood, very comfortable house, exceptional beds and all the amenities one might need. The dock is a relaxing place to sit and safely watch birds, turtles and alligators. The sunsets are lovely. Another benefit--the home is centrally located to beaches, great restaurants, and shopping. A suggestion: don't miss checking out the county parks. They are well-maintained and not overrun with tourists. Overall we were very pleased. The only reason I am assigning a rating of 4 1/2 instead of 5 stars is my husband's disappointment that the cable TV package did not include ESPN. (He would have liked to watch some college football games.) But, we had a great time!" Mary Owner Comments: Mary, we're very happy that you had a great time! Please extend our apologies to your husband, that he missed his football games. We're a first year vacation rental, therefore, we are still making adjustments. That's why feedback from our guests is very important to us, so that we may continue to make improvements towards providing our guests with the best possible vacation experience. Thank you for taking the time to let us know how we're doing, we appreciate your review and hope that you'll visit us again in the future.
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**** Holiday at Holiday, July 15, 2008 By Joanne L (Bel Air, Maryland) Just returned from week long stay in Holiday. Had a wonderful time and this home is very coastal cozy in a great location. Did many day trips to Orlando, Tampa nearby Tarpon Springs, great beaches (Honeymoon Island and Clearwater). Was great to return to quiet home and relax with beautiful lake view just steps from back door. Early morning coffee on Lanai enjoying neighborhood wildlife (turtles, egrets,fishing from attatched dock). If you come here defintely check out the food and shopping at nearby Tarpon Springs. We also booked a day long fishing trip at the sponge docks (great fun). If planning more than one day trip into Orlando, I would suggest connecting the days and maybe stay overnight there as the drive after a long park day was a little rough. If your looking for a little nearby nightlife, we enjoyed Captain Jack's, good food, music and drinks on a dock location. We traveled by air to Tampa International, a short 25 minute drive. We had a great time and would recommend this home. Owner Comments: We're so glad you had such a wonderful time at our vacation home and the surrounding areas Joanne, we truly appreciate your thoughtful comments, suggestions and recommendation.
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Russell ,
Homeowner Response:
We're happy you had a great stay Russ, we thank you for such a wonderful review and for the great services you provide to the city of Baltimore as an EVD/FF and to your brother firefighters as their chef!